Projects

Our engineering marvels symbolise Dutch innovation and resilience. And we collaborate with global partners to develop and improve infrastructure.

International projects

Our alliances with global partners demonstrate our steadfast commitment to developing and improving infrastructure for a safer, more connected world. Explore Rijkswaterstaat’s projects from A to Z.

ResiRiver

The ResiRiver project seeks to advance the adoption of Nature-based Solutions in the Netherlands and across North-West Europe river systems for climate resilience.

DEMASK

DEMASK supports policy makers, NGOs and the maritime industry in the management of the underwater North Sea soundscape.

All4Biodiversity

The different partners working together in the All4Biodiversity programme are exploring solutions that will enhance the quality of nature reserves in the Netherlands.

Iconic Dutch structures

Engineering marvels such as the Afsluitdijk symbolise Dutch innovation and resilience. Learn more about these iconic Dutch structures and why they are celebrated and inspire similar advancements across the globe.

Afsluitdijk

A 32 km long dyke that separates the Wadden Sea from the IJsselmeer in the Netherlands.

Eastern Scheldt Barrier

This imposing, 9 km structure seals off the Oosterschelde whenever there is a threat of flooding.

Maeslant Barrier

A vital part of the Delta Works and is designed to withstand a storm surge of 5 m above NAP.